The Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred in Slovakia for hunting small game. They are intelligent, energetic, and determined, and make excellent hunting dogs.
Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer
Also known as Slovak Wirehaired Pointer, Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer, Slovensky Hrubosrsty Stavac, Slovak Pointing Griffon, Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer
Origin
- Country
- Slovakia
- Region
- Carpathian region
- Era
- 1950s-1960s (post-World War II)
Group
- Foundation Stock Service
Lifespan
- 12–15 years
Size
- Height
- Male 62–68 cm · Female 57–64 cm
- Weight
- 23–30 kg
Coat
- Type
- wire
- Length
- medium
- Colours
- gray, gray roan
Traits
- intelligent, energetic, obedient, loyal, affectionate, determined